Green Tea Gallocatechin Coloring Mixture from Japan
A coloring preparation from green tea catechins, specifically blending the tariff-defined gallocatechin and quercetin for use in natural cosmetics and soaps. Falls under HTS 3203.00.30.00 as a vegetable origin preparation per note 3. Offers subtle beige-yellow tones.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document Camellia sinensis source and extraction method to affirm vegetable coloring status
• Test for heavy metals per cosmetic import standards; declare as 'non-synthetic'
• Avoid retail packaging that might invoke heading 3212 for consumer packs